Reliability & Maintenance Engineer

Gerdau • Petersburg, VA

1d • $105,000 - $121,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Driven by sustainability, Gerdau produces up to 96% of its North American steel from recycled scrap. We pair this environmental focus with financial strength, standing as a highly stable, dividend-paying company on the NYSE.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related discipline OR HS/GED and 6-8 years of equivalent industrial experience
• 3+ years of reliability, maintenance, engineering, or asset management experience
• Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, chemical processing, power generation, mining, metals, pulp and paper, or similar environments
• Knowledge of RCFA, RCM, FMEA, TPM, or predictive maintenance methodologies
• Experience with CMMS systems such as SAP, Maximo, or Infor
• Strong troubleshooting, data analysis, and communication skills
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field alongside maintenance teams

Nice To Haves

• CMRP or CRE certification
• Experience with vibration analysis or other predictive maintenance technologies
• Lean, TPM, or Six Sigma exposure

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and FMEA investigations
• Drive equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime
• Analyze maintenance and operational data to improve asset performance
• Implement vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication, and condition monitoring programs
• Partner closely with operations and maintenance teams on reliability improvements
• Support major shutdowns, overhauls, and capital projects
• Develop KPI reporting and reliability metrics
• Mentor technicians and promote reliability best practices

Benefits

• Day-one medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement & paid parental leave
• Career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level